Two of the Midwest's biggest newspapers, struggling to stabilize their finances, are implementing further cutbacks including wage cuts and unpaid furloughs. The reductions at The Plain Dealer in Cleveland and the Star Tribune in Minneapolis are part of an industry-wide retrenchment. ...Read the whole story

Univision and Telemundo were concerned that the number of Hispanic homes unprepared for the June 12 digital transition could lead to a notable ratings decline. But that fear appears to have been unfounded. Instead, the normal ups and downs of prime-time ratings occurred at the top Spanish-language networks -- with no pattern of decreases. ...Read the whole story

ESPN's multiplatform coverage of next year's World Cup will include live games on a new medium. For the first time, the ESPN Radio Network will offer play-by-play coverage of some of the tournament's 64 games. ...Read the whole story

A new study by Experian Simmons shows that Americans would actually need 38 hours in a single day to complete all their daily tasks. The fall 2008 study says the biggest multitasking period comes when watching television. ...Read the whole story

Amy J. Radin was tapped as senior vice president and CMO for Reader's Digest Association. She will drive RDA's global marketing -- including digital, research and customer care. Radin reports to Mary Berner, President and CEO. Prior to her appointment Radin was with Citigroup, as executive vice president and global direct banking head, responsible for strategy. ...Read the whole story

Mark Lukasiewicz has been named vice president NBC News specials and digital media, reporting to MSNBC president Phil Griffin. Previously, he had been the vice president of digital media, joining NBC in 2006. Lukasiewicz will have added duties for NBC News Specials and overseeing cross-platform coverage of major news events for NBC News, MSNBC, MSNBC.com, CNBC, Telemundo and NBC News Channel. ...Read the whole story